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Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying
An MoU signed between Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying and Ministry of AYUSH to introduce the concept of Ayurveda and its allied disciplines into veterinary science
A Memorandum of Understanding between Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying , Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying, Government of India and Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India was signed on 7th April, 2021 to introduce the concept of Ayurveda and its allied disciplines into veterinary science by their promotion in research and development including research on new formulations in quality drugs for veterinary science through medicinal herbs.
This cooperation will definitely help to develop a regulatory mechanism for the use of Ayurveda in the veterinary sector for the benefit of animal health, livestock owners’ community and the society at large. The initiative involves capacity building in related areas through training, exploring marketing possibilities for herbal veterinary medicines on a sustainable basis and providing for services including cultivation, preservation and conservation of medicinal plants. The cooperation will help in developing herbal veterinary education programs and creating awareness among dairy farmers and agro-farmers about utilization and importance of herbal veterinary medicine and cultivation of medicinal herbs.
Department of Space
Satellites Launched by India
ISRO has launched satellites from 26 countries during the last five years.
The amount of revenue generated thereby is tabulated below:
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Financial Year
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Amount
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INR in Crores
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2014-15
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252.59
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2015-16
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227.45
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2016-17
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208.37
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2017-18
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232.56
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2018-19
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324.19
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Total
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1,245.17
Contracts with 10 countries namely; USA, United Kingdom, Germany, Canada, Singapore, The Netherlands, Japan, Malaysia, Algeria and France were signed in the last five years under commercial arrangements.
This information was provided by the Union Minister of State  Development of North-Eastern Region , MoS PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr Jitendra Singh in written reply to a question in Rajya Sabha today.
Ministry of Law and Justice
Tele-Law Programe Achieves New Milestone :40 Lakh Beneficiaries empowered with pre-litigation advice
The Tele-Law programe under the Department of Justice, Ministry of Law and Justice achieved a new milestone with 40 Lakh beneficiaries across the country having been empowered with pre-litigation advice.
About Tele-Law: Reaching the Unreached is an e-interface mechanism to seek legal advice and consultation at a pre-litigation stage. It connects needy and marginalised in need of legal aid with the Panel Lawyers via video conferencing/telephonic facilities available at Common Service Centres  situated at the Panchayat level. Launched in 2017, the Tele-Law service is now directly accessible through the Tele-Law Mobile App .
NITI Aayog
Hasina Kharbhih of Shillong honoured in the Fifth Edition of Women Transforming India Awards by the NITI Aayog
75 Women honoured in the 75th year of India’s Independence
Hasina Kharbhih of Shillong from Impulse NGO Network is among the 75 women honoured as Women Transforming India by the NITI Aayog.
Women have consistently been playing a key role in transforming India into a ‘Sashakt Aur Samarth Bharat’. In recognition of the remarkable achievements of these women across diverse sectors NITI Aayog has instituted Women Transforming India Awards.
This year, as part of the Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav to celebrate 75 years of India’s independence, the WTI Awards were conferred on 75 women achievers. Click here to know more about the other awardees.
Hasina Kharbhih, Shillong, Impulse NGO Network
For 32 years now, Hasina Kharbhih, has been working to provide sustainable livelihood in a safe environment for 30,000 women in the North Eastern states of India. What started out as a mission in her home state of Meghalaya, has today evolved into a global program that aims to put an end to human trafficking and exploitation worldwide. Her work stands on two pillars: the first is Impulse NGO Network which was conceptualised in 1987 and is a significant force against human trafficking today. The second pillar is Impulse Social Enterprises which aims to promote local artisans and create sustainable livelihood and covering more than 7000 artisans in eight North Eastern States.
Team Impulse believes human trafficking can’t be completely stopped until women at the grassroots becomes economically self-sufficient.
Ministry of Defence
DRDO & Indian Navy conduct successful maiden flight-test of indigenously-developed Naval Anti-Ship Missile off Odisha coast
Defence Research and Development Organisation  and Indian Navy successfully conducted maiden flight-test of indigenously-developed Naval Anti-Ship Missile launched from a Naval Helicopter from Integrated Test Range , Chandipur off the coast of Odisha on May 18, 2022. The mission met all its objectives. It is the first indigenous air launched anti-ship missile system for the Indian Navy.
The missile followed the desired sea skimming trajectory and reached the designated target with high degree of accuracy, validating the control, guidance and mission algorithms. All the sub-systems performed satisfactorily. The sensors deployed across the test range and near impact point tracked the missile trajectory and captured all the events.
The missile employed many new technologies, including an indigenously developed launcher for the helicopter. The missile guidance system includes state-of-the-art navigation system and integrated avionics. The flight test was witnessed by senior officers of DRDO and the Indian Navy.
Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh congratulated DRDO, Indian Navy and associated teams for the maiden developmental flight test. He said, India attained a high level of capability in the indigenous design and development of Missile systems.
Secretary Department of Defence R&D and Chairman DRDO Dr G Satheesh Reddy appreciated the efforts of the project team for successfully proving mission objectives. He complimented the Indian Navy and Naval Flight Test Squadron for their support to the project and said that the system will strengthen offensive capability of Indian Navy.
Prime Minister's Office
PM asks public to nominate inspiring people for Peoples' Padma
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has asked the public to nominate for Peoples' Padma those who are doing exceptional work at the grassroots but not much known. Nominations are open till 15th September.
In a tweet, the Prime Minister said, "India has many talented people, who are doing exceptional work at the grassroots. Often, we don’t see or hear much of them. Do you know such inspiring people? You can nominate them for the #PeoplesPadma. Nominations are open till 15th September."
Prime Minister's Office
PM to dedicate 75 Digital Banking Units across 75 districts to the Nation on 16th October
DBUs to further deepen financial inclusion in the country
DBUs will spread Digital Financial Literacy; also educate customers on cyber security awareness and safeguards
DBUs will provide enhanced digital experience of banking products and services all round the year
In yet another measure to deepen financial inclusion, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will dedicate 75 Digital Banking Units  to the nation on 16th October at 11 AM via video conferencing. He will also address the gathering on the occasion.
As part of the Union budget speech for 2022-23, the Finance Minister had announced the setting up of the 75 DBUs in 75 districts of the country to commemorate the 75 years of independence of our country. The DBUs are being set up with an objective to ensure benefits of digital banking reach every nook and corner of the country and will cover all the States and Union territories. 11 Public Sector Banks, 12 Private Sector Banks and one Small Finance Bank are participating in the endeavour.
DBUs will be brick and mortar outlets which will provide a variety of digital banking facilities to people such as opening of savings account, balance-check, print passbook, transfer of funds, investment in fixed deposits, loan applications, stop-payment instructions for cheques issued, apply for credit / debit cards, view statement of account, pay taxes, pay bills, make nominations, etc.
DBUs will enable customers to have cost effective, convenient access and enhanced digital experience of banking products and services all round the year. They will spread Digital Financial Literacy and special emphasis will be given to customer education on cyber security awareness and safeguards. Also, there shall be adequate digital mechanisms to offer real time assistance and redress customer grievances arising from business and services offered by the DBUs directly or through Business Facilitators/ Correspondents.
Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution
11.88 LMT wheat offered in 5th e-auction by Food Corporation of India
As a part of Govt. of India initiative for market intervention to control the price of wheat and atta, in the sequel of weekly e auctions of wheat, the5th e-auction was conducted by the Food corporation of India on 09.03.2023. Total quantity of 11.88 LMT wheat was offered from 657 depots across 23 Regions of FCI and 5.39 LMT of wheat has been sold to 1248 bidders.
In the 5th e- auction, against the all Indiaweighted average reserve price of Rs. 2140.28/qtl, weighted average selling price received was Rs 2197.91 /qtl.
In the 5th e auction Quantities ranging from of 100 to 499 MT had maximum demand followed by quantities of 500-999 MT followed by 50-100 MT quantity bracket.
The first auction was conducted on 1st and 2nd February 2023 in which 9.13 Lakh MT was sold to 1016 bidders at weighted average price of Rs. 2474/Qtl. a quantity of 3.85 LMT was sold in the second auction on 15th February 2023 to 1060 bidders at weighted average price of Rs. 2338/Qtl. 5.07 LMT sold to 875 successful bidders during the 3rd e-auction saw weighted average price of Rs 2173/Quintal and 5.40 LMT sold to 1049successful bidders during the 4th e-auction at a weighted average of Rs 2193.82/qtl. The overall price received during the auctions suggest that the market has cooled down and is below Rs. 2200/Quintal on an average.
Till 4th e- auction 23.47 LMT wheat stock has been sold against which 19.51 LMT has been lifted as on 08.03.2023.
After the 5th e- auction, the cumulative sales of wheat under OMSS  has touched28.86LMTagainst the overall allocation of 45 LMT. The sale has brought significant effect in cooling down the price of wheat and atta all over the country which is likely to remain stabilized with the future tenders for open sale of wheat under OMSS .
The next e-auction would be conducted on 15.03.2023 and in view of the start of wheat procurement period from 01.04.2023, the Govt. has allowed the lifting to be completed by 31.03.2023.
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
COVID - 19 Vaccination Update - Day 417
India’s cumulative vaccination coverage crosses 179.31 Crore
More than 16 lakh Vaccine doses administered today till 7 pm
India’s COVID-19 vaccination coverage has crossed 179.31 Crore  today. More than 16 lakh  Vaccine Doses have been administered till 7 pm today. More than 2.08 Crore  Precaution Doses for the identified categories of beneficiaries  for COVID vaccination have been administered so far. The daily vaccination tally is expected to increase with the compilation of the final reports for the day by late tonight.
The cumulative coverage of vaccine doses, segregated based on population priority groups, is as follows:
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Cumulative Vaccine Dose Coverage
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HCWs
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1st Dose
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10402281
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2nd Dose
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9978837
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Precaution Dose
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4268101
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FLWs
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1st Dose
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18410813
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2nd Dose
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17466214
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Precaution Dose
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6440198
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Age Group 15-18 years
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1st Dose
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55572285
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|
|
|
2nd Dose
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|
31983217
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Age Group 18-44 years
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1st Dose
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552844690
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2nd Dose
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451567945
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Age Group 45-59 years
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1st Dose
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202447548
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|
2nd Dose
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|
181842344
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Over 60 years
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|
1st Dose
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|
126539141
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2nd Dose
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113245884
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Precaution Dose
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10142876
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Cumulative 1st dose administered
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966216758
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Cumulative 2nd dose administered
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806084441
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Precaution Dose
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20851175
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Total
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1793152374
Today’s achievement in the vaccination exercise, segregated by population priority groups, is as follows:
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Date: 8th March, 2022 
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HCWs
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1st Dose
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45
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2nd Dose
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1176
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Precaution Dose
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9451
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|
FLWs
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|
1st Dose
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|
73
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2nd Dose
|
|
2296
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|
Precaution Dose
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|
13397
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|
Age Group 15-18 years
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|
1st Dose
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|
70279
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|
|
|
2nd Dose
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429612
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|
Age Group 18-44 years
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|
1st Dose
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|
92274
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|
2nd Dose
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|
699367
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|
Age Group 45-59 years
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|
1st Dose
|
|
13805
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|
2nd Dose
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|
160632
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Over 60 years
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|
1st Dose
|
|
9264
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|
2nd Dose
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|
101060
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|
Precaution Dose
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|
56960
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|
Cumulative 1st dose administered
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|
185740
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Cumulative 2nd dose administered
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1394143
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Precaution Dose
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79808
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|
Total
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1659691
The vaccination exercise as a tool to protect the most vulnerable population groups in the country from COVID-19 continues to be regularly reviewed and monitored at the highest level.
Prime Minister's Office
PM congratulates Sathish Kumar Sivalingam on winning the Gold Medal in the Men's 77 kg weightlifting event
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has congratulated weightlifter Sathish Kumar Sivalingam on winning the Gold Medal at Commonwealth Games.
"India’s weightlifters are also lifting our position in the medal’s tally. Well done Sathish Kumar Sivalingam for clinching a Gold in the 77 kg weight category. He has entered the history books by winning consecutive Golds in 2 CWGs, Glasgow 2014 and Gold Coast 2018", the Prime Minister said.
Special Service and Features
Walk-in interview for Specialists Medical Officer in CRPF
A walk-in interview for the selection of four Specialists Medical Officer  will be conducted for Composite Hospital CRPF Pallipuram, Thiruvananthapuram. The interview is on 23rd January 2023 at 9 am. There is one vacancy each in General Medicine, Gynaecology, Ophthalmology and General Surgeon. For more information contact 0471-2754242 , 0471-2750380.
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Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers
NIPERs playing proactive role in Fight against COVID-19
Stress upon priorityto licensing and commercialization of solutions developed at NIPERs so that the products reach the market in this hour of need
A large number of multi-faceted research proposals have been submitted by various National Institutes of Pharmaceutical Education and Research , towards the containment, identification and treatment of COVID-19 to relevant agencies for approval. The key themes of these proposals include design of protease targeting COVID-19 antiviral agents , computationally guided drug-repurposing using the FDA approved drug-database , analysis of pro-drug to drug conversion of Remdesvir , adjuvant-therapy based nasal spray for ailing patients , quantum-dot based and conductivity based biosensor development for rapid COVID-19  testing, and an interesting study about the control of strokes incidence during Covid-19. NIPER-Raebareli has also initiated a mega project with IIT and an industrial partner in the development of new immuno-booster formulation utilizing traditionally used shrubs. NIPER Kolkata is working on an indigenous cost effective ICU VENTILATOR in collaboration with CSIR CECRI and a private manufacturer.
National Institutes of Pharmaceutical Education and Research  are the institutes of national importance under the aegis of the Department of Pharmaceutical, Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers. The seven institutes are functional at Ahmadabad, Hyderabad, Hajipur, Kolkata, Guwahati, Mohali, and Raebareli.
A meeting of all the Directors and Chairmen of the institutions through video conferencing was held under the chairmanship of Dr P D Vaghela, Secretary, Pharmaceuticals here today to review their performance in research & innovation activities especially with regard to the ways in which NIPERs have and can contribute in country’s fight against COVID-19 pandemic.
Director, NIPER Guwahati informed about the fabrication of prototypes for 3D printed face-shields, a “hands-free object” for touch-less opening of doors, drawers & elevators, antiviral masks as well as skin friendly herbal sanitizers. He informed that industrial scale manufacturing of these products is being done in collaboration with Hindustan Antibiotics Limited, a departmental PSU. At NIPER Mohali, in association with the Government of Punjab, steps have been initiated to set-up an RT-PCR based COVID-19 testing facility to expedite COVID-19 confirmatory tests in the state.
Dr. Vaghela mentioned that all COVID-19 related research and product development initiatives should be done briskly to provide help to the needy at the earliest. In particular, he stressed that all licensing and commercialization aspects of the developed solutions at NIPERs should be coordinated through regulatory agencies on priority so that the products reach the market in this hour of need. Through these research efforts and societal participation in helping the people, NIPERs are committed to work in solidarity with different groups and serve the country in the best possible way.
President's Secretariat
President's Message on the Eve of Gandhi Jayanti
The President of India, Shri Ram Nath Kovind has issued the following message to the nation on the eve of Gandhi Jayanti.
In his message the President has said, “On the occasion of the 152nd anniversary of the Father of the Nation, Mahatma Gandhi, I pay tributes to him on behalf of a grateful nation.
Gandhiji is especially known around the world for his non-violent movement and his birth anniversary is celebrated as Non-violence Day. Gandhiji believed that non-violence is a philosophy, a principle and an experience which can be made the basis for betterment of society. He made strenuous efforts for attaining Swaraj, removing untouchability, eradicating social evils, improving the economic condition of our farmers and women empowerment.
Gandhi Jayanti is a special day for all Indians. This is an occasion for us to remember Gandhiji's struggles and sacrifice. This occasion inspires us to resolve to work for the prosperity and development of our fellow citizens and country.
Let us, take a pledge that we will continue to strive for making India, a country of his dreams while adhering to his teachings, ideals and values”.
Click here to see President's Speech in Hindi
Ministry of Defence
Vice Admiral Sreekumar Nair, AVSM, NM takes over as DGNP, Visakhapatnam
Vice Admiral Sreekumar Nair, AVSM, NM, took over as the Director General Naval Projects , Visakhapatnam from Vice Admiral Kiran Deshmukh, AVSM, VSM. Vice Admiral Nair has earlier served as Admiral Superintendent, Naval Dockyard, Visakhapatnam and Assistant Chief of Materiel , at Integrated Headquarters, Ministry of Defence .
The Flag officer was commissioned as an Electrical Officer into the Indian Navy on 17 Aug 1987 and is an alumnus of erstwhile Regional Engineering College , Tiruchrapalli and IIT Delhi. The Flag Officer has held various important appointments in the Indian Navy including Operational, Staff and Dockyard. He has served onboard Indian Naval Ships Ranvir, Rana, Delhi and Mumbai. He has commanded the premier training establishment INS Valsura at Jamnagar. His other major ashore appointments include Chief Staff Officer , Headquarters Southern Naval Command, Principal Director Ship Production, Principal Director Weapon Equipment and Director of Personnel at Integrated Headquarters, Ministry of Defence , New Delhi.
The Admiral has received Nao Sena Medal  in 2010 and Ati Vishisht Seva Medal  in 2021 for his meritorious service.
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Ministry of Defence
Opening Ceremony Indo-French Joint Training Exercise Shakti– 2019
The Indo–French joint training EX SHAKTI – 2019 commenced at Mahajan on 31 October 2019 with opening ceremony that saw the unfurling of the National Flags of both countries amidst playing of the National anthems, “Jana Gana Mana” and the “La Marseillaise”.
On October 26 , the French contingent of a platoon group of 21st Marine Infantry Regiment Comprising of 45 persons landed at Bikaner directly from France. The 14 days schedule is focused upon joint training on Counter Insurgency/ Counter Terrorism environment.
The training will focus primarily on high degree of physical fitness, sharing of drill at tactical level and learning of best practices from each other. The exercise aims at enhancing understanding, cooperation and interoperability between the two Armies. The exercise will culminate in a 36 hrs long validation exercise which will involve neutralization of terrorists in a village hideout.
The joint exercise will facilitate both armies to know each other better, share their wide experiences and enhance their situational awareness through information exchange.
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Ministry of Home Affairs
Due to the outbreak of COVID-19 pandemic, first phase of Census 2021 and updation of NPR postponed until further orders
The Census 2021 was scheduled to be conducted in two phases, viz.,  Phase I i.e. House listing & Housing Census during April-September, 2020 and  Phase II i.e. Population Enumeration during 9th to 28th February, 2021.The updation of NPR was also proposed to be done along with the Phase I of Census 2021 in all the States/UTs, except Assam.
Due to the outbreak ofCOVID-19 pandemic, high alert has been declared by the Government of India as well as the States/Union Territories. The Ministry of Home Affairs vide order dated 24th March, 2020 has issued Guidelines with the directions for their strict implementation, on the measures to be taken by the Ministries/Departments of Government of India and State/Union Territory Governments for containment of COVID-19 Epidemic in the country. Lockdown has also been declared by many State/UT governments. The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India has issued advisories for various precautionary measures, including social distancing.
Keeping in view the above, the first phase of Census 2021 and updation of NPR, which was to begin on various dates decided by the State/UT governments beginning 1st April 2020 and various related field activities, are postponeduntil further orders.
Special Service and Features
Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav Photo Exhibition
75 Caricatures of Freedom Fighters drawn by a differently abled youth displayed
May 10, 2022
Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav Photo Exhibition begins in Layam Koothambalam in Thripunithura, Ernakulam today. 75 Caricatures of Freedom Fighters drawn by a National Award Winning differently abled youth Anjan Satheesh is the main attraction of the Exhibition. Now In the light of Azadi ki Amruth Maholsav Anjan completed a new venture by drawing 75 Indian Freedom Fighters starting from the Gandhi Jayanti Day on October 2nd 2021 and completed by Republic Day on January 26, 2022. Anjan is hearing-impaired and has cerebral palsy. He won national award for Outstanding Creative Adult with Disabilities.
Anjan’s most memorable moment is his meeting with the former president Late APJ Abdul Kalam, who appreciated his work in 2005. In fact, a photo featuring Dr. Kalam and Anjan became part of the book titled ‘Turning Points: A Journey Through Challenges’.
V.Palanichamy, ADG, Kerala-Lakshadeweep Region inaugurated the exhibition today in the morning. C.Premakumari,Secretary, Cochin Port Authority , K.A Beena, Deputy Director and L.C.Ponnumon, Field Exhibition Officer were also present on the occasion.The exhibition also depicts life history and pictures of freedom fighters from Kerala, rare photos and freedom struggle of Mahatma Gandhi, Sardar Vallabhbhai Pattel and Nethaji Subhas Chandra Bose.
Regional Outreach Bureau, Trivandrum along with Cochin Port Authority and Mahatma Mathrubhumi Study Circle are jointly organising the three day Exhibition.
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